Orioles Pitcher Kyle Bradish Wins Arbitration, Secures $3.55MM Salary for 2026

Bradish's Arbitration Victory Highlights Tensions Between Players and Teams Over Salaries

Apr. 11, 2026 at 8:41pm by

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A cubist-style painting depicting a baseball pitcher's motion broken down into overlapping geometric shapes and planes, using vibrant colors to represent the Orioles and Marlins teams.Bradish's arbitration victory highlights the complex negotiations between players and teams, as the Orioles weigh the potential of their rising star pitcher against the premium they must pay to keep him.Portland Today

In a decision that could reshape the Orioles' financial strategy, 29-year-old right-hander Kyle Bradish has emerged victorious in his arbitration hearing against the team, securing a $3.55 million salary for the upcoming 2026 season. This outcome not only highlights Bradish's value but also underscores the growing tension between players and teams in salary negotiations.

Why it matters

Bradish's arbitration win is significant as it demonstrates his worth as a top-tier starter when healthy. The Orioles must now weigh the potential of Bradish's performance against the premium they are paying, as they look to build a formidable rotation around him and Trevor Rogers for a potential postseason push.

The details

Bradish made a remarkable return in the latter part of the 2025 season, pitching 32 innings with a stellar 2.53 ERA, a 37.3% strikeout rate, and a 7.9% walk rate. His sinker, which averaged 95 mph before surgery, barely skipped a beat at 94.8 mph post-recovery. Since 2023, Bradish has posted an impressive 2.78 ERA over 240 innings, with a career mark of 3.47 in 357 2/3 innings. As a Super Two player, Bradish earned $2.35 million in 2025, and this arbitration win grants him a 51% raise—significantly more than the team's proposed 22% increase.

  • Bradish made a remarkable return in the latter part of the 2025 season.
  • Since 2023, Bradish has posted an impressive 2.78 ERA over 240 innings.

The players

Kyle Bradish

A 29-year-old right-hander who has established himself as a top-tier starter for the Orioles when healthy.

Trevor Rogers

A pitcher who bounced back from a disastrous 2024 with a 1.81 ERA in 109 2/3 innings, and who complements Bradish well in the Orioles' rotation.

Craig Albernaz

The new manager of the Orioles, who will be tasked with leading the team's postseason aspirations.

Framber Valdez

A pitcher the Orioles are actively pursuing to further strengthen their rotation.

Zac Gallen

Another pitcher the Orioles are considering to solidify their rotation.

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What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

Bradish's arbitration win is just the beginning of what promises to be a pivotal year for Baltimore, as the Orioles look to build a formidable rotation and make a push for the postseason.